Orthodontic practices near Whateley
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Whateley, 33 practices within 10 and 159 practices within 20. The closest is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, 3.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central OrthodonticsSmethwick | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (30 reviews) |
| Distinctive DentistryTamworth | 3.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (384 reviews) |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (537 reviews) |
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (341 reviews) |
| Tamworth Dental PracticeTamworth | 3.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (1,594 reviews) |
| Sutton Smile SpaSutton Coldfield | 6.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (363 reviews) |
| Walmley Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 6.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Noble Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 7.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Whateley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Smethwick, 3.3 miles north-west; the next are Tamworth (3.4 miles north-west) and Sutton Coldfield (6.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Smethwick | 1 | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Tamworth | 4 | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Sutton Coldfield | 13 | 6.3 miles west |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Lichfield | 7 | 8.3 miles north-west |
| Nuneaton | 2 | 8.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Whateley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Boldmere Dental Practice Ltd in Sutton Coldfield (5.0 from 260 reviews), 8.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boldmere Dental Practice LtdSutton Coldfield | 5.0 (260 reviews) | 8.1 miles west |
| Shenstone Dental CentreLichfield | 5.0 (135 reviews) | 8.3 miles north-west |
| Sutton Dental CareSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (839 reviews) | 7.0 miles west |
| Ascent Dental Care TamworthTamworth | 4.9 (537 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Whateley at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Warwickshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,592 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 30.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 148 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Warwickshire | 142nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 355 places in the county (the county median is 4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Warwickshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Wilnecote School — 1.1 miles Lift Tamworth — 1.8 miles Kingsbury School - A Specialist Science and Mathematics Academy — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,552 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Central Orthodontics, Smethwick — 3 miles Distinctive Dentistry, Tamworth — 3 miles Sutton Smile Spa, Sutton Coldfield — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 159 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Whateley
Whateley is 3.3 miles from Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 33 practices, and within 20 there are 159.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Tamworth Dental Practice (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 19 of the practices around Whateley list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Whateley are commissioned by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Whateley
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Whateley in context
Whateley is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board. Whateley's under-16 share sits at 19.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 2,592 residents in Whateley's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Warwickshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Whateley has more choice than 60% of towns in England. 19.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Whateley are The Wilnecote School (1.1 miles) and Lift Tamworth (1.8 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Whateley sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Whateley is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 12 miles away.
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If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Freasley, Piccadilly, Wilnecote, Dosthill, Stonydelph, and Two Gates.
Practice signals around Whateley
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Whateley. The closest on record are Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3 miles away; Distinctive Dentistry in Tamworth, about 3 miles away; and Sutton Smile Spa in Sutton Coldfield, about 6 miles away.
A quick look at Whateley
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Freasley, the closest linked location.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Whateley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Whateley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Whateley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Whateley is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Distinctive Dentistry (3.4 miles) and Ascent Dental Care Tamworth (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Whateley?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Whateley, 33 practices within 10 miles and 159 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Whateley?
The nearest practice to Whateley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dale House Dental Practice (3.5 miles) and Tamworth Dental Practice (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Whateley, Warwickshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Whateley, Warwickshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.